Update on Edenfield Site Access

Last month, I reported that after discussions with the farmer grazing sheep and lambs on the landing field, we had managed to keep the site open with an extended restriction period. Unfortunately, that is no longer the case.

Earlier this month, following southerly winds, several members were approached by a different farmer while flying on the fell. Further discussions have since taken place with both farmers, and a new agreement has been reached.

Revised Arrangements:

• Edenfield landing field will be closed for lambing from 1st April to 25th May.

• The Edenfield site will return to the usual closure period of 25th April to 25th May.

Please respect these closure dates.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Andy
Sites Officer

Thank you for your cooperation.

Andy
Sites Officer

As a special treat, we’ve had one more club night before the break until next winter. Pete Logan, Dales Club Chief Coach kindly agreed to come and talk to us about getting to the next level and flying that dream 100km.

View Pete's presentation from the night.

Edenfield landing field will be closed for lambing from 1st April to 25th May. Unlike previous years when the entire site was closed, we have reached an agreement with the tenant farmer to keep the site open while closing the landing field for an extended lambing period.

Please respect this closure and avoid landing in the field, land on the the fellside instead.

Signs have been placed on the gates at the top of the access track as a reminder. We encourage everyone to remind fellow pilots about the closure when on the hill.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Andy
Sites Officer

Monday 13^th January 2025

You weren’t there? You missed a treat! A break from paragliding, we had two engaging and entertaining speakers telling us all about alternative ways to enjoy the air. First up was our own Simon Scott who led us through the benefits of taking to the air under power. I’d certainly never realised there were so many options, up to and including 3-axis microlights that are to all intents and purposes real aeroplanes. Simon gave us the lowdown on the steps to be taken to obtain the necessary qualifications and finished up with some great views of Parlick turned into a snowy winter wonderland. Fantastic tuff, thank you Simon.

Next up was Philip Shultz, talking B.A.S.E. This was a roller-coaster ride around some breathtaking sights as Philip gave us a detailed insight into the world of base jumping. Far from being something only for crazy daredevils, we learned of the detailed planning and scientific attention to the finest details of design, construction and packing of the rigs used in this exhilarating sport. From low cliffs that barely seemed to have enough room for a parachute to open to tall buildings with incredibly tight landing options in parks between trees and roads festooned with lamp posts. Just getting to some of the locations was heart-stopping. Thanks Philip, quite an eye-opener for everyone.

Another successful PSC social night, enjoyed by everyone there.